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Genetic discrimination

Definition(s)

Genetic discrimination is prejudice directed against people who have or may have a genetic disease. Genetic discrimination can involve being denied employment or health insurance. In a healthcare context, it can refer to people being treated based on their genetic status rather than by some more relevant criterion.: Definition from: Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms from the National Human Genome Research Institute


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